Vulnerability identifier: #VU45681

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8736

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Computing Improvement Program
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in subsystem. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Computing Improvement Program: All versions

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00387.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.